Zinc
chemical element with symbol Zn and atomic number 30
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Videos Mentioning Zinc
198 - Eye health—everything you need to know | Steven Dell, M.D.
Peter Attia MD
A mineral included in the AREDS formula for macular degeneration, with copper added to prevent copper deficiency from zinc supplementation.
How To Increase Your Testosterone Levels Naturally | Derek from MPMD
FoundMyFitness
An essential mineral mentioned as one of the low-hanging fruits for micronutrient optimization that can have a marked impact on testosterone production or response.
How to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
Andrew Huberman
A mineral highly enriched in human testes, shown to significantly increase testosterone, dihydrotestosterone, and sperm count at high dosages for males (120mg twice daily with meals).
Developing a Rational Approach to Supplementation for Health & Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast
Andrew Huberman
A mineral that, along with coenzyme Q10, should ideally be taken with food.
Testosterone Boosters, Sticking Points, and Bar Velocity Technology (Episode 56)
Stronger By Science
A micronutrient crucial for natural testosterone production, its deficiency should be avoided to support normal levels.
The Science of Hearing, Balance & Accelerated Learning
Andrew Huberman
Supplementation at 50mg/day of elemental zinc appears to reduce subjective symptoms of tinnitus in most individuals, though based on fewer studies.
How Our Hormones Control Our Hunger, Eating & Satiety
Andrew Huberman
A mineral that appears to lower blood glucose.
How to Increase Motivation & Drive
Andrew Huberman
A mineral that, along with Vitamin B6, can inhibit prolactin, potentially impacting dopamine levels.
How to Prevent & Treat Colds & Flu
Andrew Huberman
A supplement shown to be effective in combating common colds, particularly at doses of 100 mg or more per day (taken with food). Studies suggest a three-times faster recovery rate from colds for those supplementing with zinc acetate.
Strength Training, Shredding Body Fat, and Increasing Testosterone and Sex Drive | Charles Poliquin
Tim Ferriss
Highly recommended, especially for those in UK, Ireland, or Australia, due to widespread deficiency, associated with testosterone and detoxification of xenoestrogens.
#500! KevKev TimTim TalkTalk on Dragon Slaying, Lessons Learned, Viagra, and Assorted Nonsense
Tim Ferriss
A supplement Tim Ferriss occasionally takes to help with sleep and lucid dream induction, but warns it can cause issues if overconsumed.
Dr. Andy Galpin: Optimal Nutrition & Supplementation for Fitness | Huberman Lab Guest Series
Andrew Huberman
A micronutrient recommended for the 'remodeling' phase of recovery, often covered in a basic multivitamin.
The Science of How to Optimize Testosterone & Estrogen
Andrew Huberman
An essential nutrient, deficiencies in which negatively impact sex steroid hormones.